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Rochester, NY 14609 Real Estate Market Report

ZIP Code: 14609
Report Date: April 2026
Market Temperature: HOT
Scope: Single-Family Residential (SFR) listings and comps only


Executive Overview

The Rochester, NY (ZIP: 14609) real estate market is currently characterized by a median sold price of $169,900, reflecting a robust demand despite the median days on market stretching to 188 days. This extended timeframe may indicate a slower sales velocity, suggesting that while prices are appreciating, the market is experiencing some friction in transaction speed. The neighborhood has seen a price trend that is up, indicating a positive trajectory in home values, which is further supported by a median listing price of $134,900. This gap between listing and sold prices may suggest that sellers are optimistic about their expectations, yet buyers are taking longer to commit.

The overall market temperature is classified as hot, indicating strong demand relative to available inventory. However, the analysis of active listings shows elevated inventory levels, which may lead to excess supply relative to sales activity. This condition, coupled with elevated interest rate pressure, could create a more cautious environment for potential buyers, impacting their purchasing decisions in the near term.


Market Overview

This analysis is based on a sample of properties from this ZIP code (up to 200 sold properties and up to 100 active properties). The median prices below are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.

Analysis Window
90 Days
Total Properties Analyzed
68
Active Listings
11
Sold Properties
57

Market Metrics

Median Listing Price
$134,900
Median Sold Price
$169,900
Median Price per Sqft
$123/sqft

Note: The property counts shown above represent only the properties analyzed in this report sample, not the total inventory for this ZIP code. Median prices are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.


Rental Market

Median Market Rent
$1,443
Rent Range
$950 - $1,593

Property Taxes

Property Tax Rate
2.95%

Liquidity & Velocity

Median Days on Market
188
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%

Note: A Sale-to-List Ratio near 100% can occur when properties sell at or near their final listing price after price adjustments during the listing period, even when initial listing prices differ significantly from sale prices.


Market Trends & Context

Understanding Market Temperature

A Hot market indicates strong buyer demand with limited inventory, typically characterized by rising prices, quick sales (low days on market), and inventory levels below historical averages.

Price YoY Trend
up
Market Temperature
hot
Rent YoY Trend
up
Interest Rate Pressure
elevated

Key Findings

  1. The median sold price of $169,900 reflects a strong market demand, despite a median days on market of 188 days, indicating potential pricing friction.

  2. With a median listing price of $134,900, there is a notable gap between listing and sold prices, suggesting sellers may have high expectations relative to buyer willingness.

  3. The market is experiencing an up trend in prices, indicating a strengthening in home values over time, which may attract more buyers despite longer transaction times.

  4. The median market rent of $1,443 shows a rising rental demand, which could further support home sales as renters consider purchasing options.

  5. Overall, the market temperature is hot, but elevated inventory levels may lead to excess supply, requiring careful navigation for both buyers and sellers.


Notable Properties

The following 8 properties represent notable market examples and recent transactions that illustrate key market dynamics. These are illustrative examples selected for their significance (top sales, market benchmarks, quick sales) and are not the basis for the statistical calculations shown above.

Recent Transactions

632 Westchester Ave, Rochester, NY 14609
Top Sale

Highest sale in the past 90 days. Fully renovated with modern finishes and premium lot positioning.

3 beds
1 baths
1,250 sqft
$315,000
Jan 1, 2026
$252/sqft/sqft
168 days on market
170 Elm Dr, Rochester, NY 14609
Premium

Sold above market average

4 beds
1 baths
1,794 sqft
$302,000
Feb 1, 2026
$168/sqft/sqft
43 Fairfax Rd, Rochester, NY 14609
Premium

Sold above market average

3 beds
1 baths
1,242 sqft
$249,900
Jan 1, 2026
$201/sqft/sqft
198 days on market
255 Melville St, Rochester, NY 14609
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

4 beds
1 baths
2,076 sqft
$159,900
Mar 1, 2026
$77/sqft/sqft
79 days on market
61 Cliffmor St, Rochester, NY 14609
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds
1 baths
1,152 sqft
$159,900
Jan 1, 2026
$139/sqft/sqft
117 days on market
30 Lawndale Ter, Rochester, NY 14609
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds
1 baths
1,460 sqft
$158,600
Jan 1, 2026
$109/sqft/sqft
442 Hayward Ave, Rochester, NY 14609
Quick Flip

Sold below market average

3 beds
2 baths
1,746 sqft
$69,900
Mar 1, 2026
$40/sqft/sqft
367 days on market
29 Edgeland St, Rochester, NY 14609
Quick Flip

Sold below market average

3 beds
1 baths
1,364 sqft
$49,900
Jan 1, 2026
$37/sqft/sqft
231 days on market

Data Sources

Real estate market data & public records, and GemHaus® proprietary models.

Report generated: 4/2/2026

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